By way of a small ongoing tribute to Ivan, and in a manner which I think he would approve, I have made a commitment to use the word "nomenclature" at least once a day. It will always make me smile and remind me of him.

Ivan, I cannot believe you are no longer with us. We had so many plans of the girls seeing each other, seeing you and the family and spending some quality time....Lilli wanted to spend time with Olivia, Kate, Lucas and you - she was the one telling me the sad news as she saw Olivias message on Instagram. It was the worst phone call I ever received. My heart is broken and I have no words for what has happened.

I have already read so many of the comments of other friends and family members - and they are all so true and describe you very well. And each of the comments has a personal single note to it.
What is my story with you? Before I met you I did not have a big brother. I always wanted to have an older brother who would be there for you, fighting for you, defending you, helping you, giving you the good tip to succeed. You appeared as my boss and fairly quickly I did find my partner in crime. I learned a lot from your descrete, intelligent and smart way to address things and to deal with people and situations. You taught me so many things which define who I am today - you were by far the greatest and most inspirational teacher I ever had. But aside of the work relation we became friends and I am happy to have enjoyed so many funny moments in my life with you: The "Tommy Lee story" in Seattle, Elvis on Orcas Island, Cannes Lions....and so many more. I miss you !! I love you !
Words that immediately pop to my mind when I think of you are: inspirational, funny, bright, cool lad with a top-notch taste when it comes to exceptional shoes, always smiling and FULL OF LIFE!!

You will always be exceptional and I am very proud that I had the honour of knowing you. Take care, mate !

Ivan was a mentor, boss and a friend that would always look after you, he helped me in so many ways and I never really had the chance to thank him for all of this. So, Ivan, thank you for everything, I will never forget you!

Kate, you and Ivan gave us one of my favorite love stories. He would absolutely beam at you when you were in the same room. With THAT smile. You could always tell there was a deep connection, pride, a touch of mischief, and of course love between you...it was almost tangible. Amazing. You also fought so hard together. His love for Lucas, Scarlett and Oliva was also so apparent to those around him - he was such a proud poppa. I hope that bond carries you through this sad time. Ivan had such a presence and I am grateful to have known him. Wishing you strength and grace. xo - Jackie

Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away to the next room.
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other,
That, we still are.

Call me by my old familiar name.
Speak to me in the easy way
which you always used.
Put no difference into your tone.
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.

Laugh as we always laughed
at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me. Pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word
that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effect.
Without the trace of a shadow on it.

Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same that it ever was.
There is absolute unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind
because I am out of sight?

I am but waiting for you.
For an interval.
Somewhere. Very near.
Just around the corner.

Last Sunday morning started off as usual. I took Lucas to swimming and then we drove up to Cambridge with Scarlett to see you. One week later and the whole world has turned upside down. I woke early today and instead of getting ready for swimming I came downstairs to choose the pictures for your funeral. Lucas came in to the office and when he saw your picture on the screen, he asked if we could Skype you. I tried to explain that we couldn't, but he begged me to just try. So we did. Thank heaven (literally!?) your picture did not appear on our list of contacts for some reason. That made it a bit easier to help him understand that you were not there. I asked what he wanted to tell you, and he said he wanted to tell you that he wants you to be James Bond. There is all this talk of you as Elvis, but that was before us. As far as Lucas and I are concerned, you will always be our James Bond. xxx

Dear Kate,
It's with great sadness that I read the message from Jeff Guilbault on last tuesday. The day was yet beautiful and the night suddenly came. Many of us, at Corbis, appreciate the generosity, professional rigor and humor of Ivan. Unfortunately, I can not be with you next thursday for the Ivan's service but I promised to come to play a 18 holes in his memory at Bishop's Stortford Golf Club.

I'm sorry this has taken me so long to put pen to paper. It is not through lack of thought but through lack of words. I have not a single sentance to ease this for you all and there are not enough words to describe Ivan to do him justice.
Kate you are such a remarkable woman - to match your remarkable husband. Ivan - thank you for your friendship. We always had the best time in your company as everyone did. Your smile, love of life, determination, humour, warmth and generosity all packed together with class and style. Such a truly dynamic man.
Thank you for our time in the sun with you this summer. What amazing memories filled right to the top with laughter. Nothing can take that away. Here's to you!
Know that we will do everything in our power to look after Olivia Scarlett Lucas and Kate and we will never forget you.
Rest in peace now. With all of our love. Xxx team mccann. X

Dear Kate, Lucas, Scarlett and Olivia,
I am so very sorry the hear the news. I met Ivan aged 11 on our first day at the Weald and I find it difficult to think of anyone in the intervening 36 years with a personality to match him. I read the words of others and can only echo their thoughts;so funny, so generous and such a Big Smile. I feel guilty not to have that last Big night out, lucky to have met up with Ivan at the school reunion last summer.
You must be missing him terribly, such a Big hole has been left.
My thoughts are with you,

Ivan,
Tonight I can't as too sad, but in the future I will think of you and smile!
Keith

Ivan: so dapper, vibrant and glowing when we - a fair few Wealders gathering for a catch up drink - met up in Billingshurst a year or so back after many, many years apart. Such sad news to hear, but that is how we all must remember you, Ivan; captivating an audience and cultivating laughter (as well as the year 1 Rugby team photo c.1980, obviously - what a bunch). I'm sure that your kids will continue to represent - and remind all of - those Purdie qualities... and to keep your magic spark alive.

Ivan had one of those smiles that got very big... then carried on going. He seemed to thrive in the corporate world without ever being dulled or dehumanised by it. I think that’s because he knew instinctively when to care and when not to give a damn. And he did both of those things brilliantly and fearlessly. I’m deeply shocked to hear he is gone, and deeply gratified to have known him.

I feel very privileged to have known Ivan and have very fond memories of great family get togethers over the years and am honored to be part of your lovely family. I will, like Ian, cherish the weekend of Catherine & Keith's wedding, when we shared such a good time with you all, both at the wedding and then at Auntie Jill's when Scarlett won every swimming race!!!
Kate - there are no words for your unimaginable loss and my thoughts are with you all at this time.
Sending much love to you, Olivia, Scarlett and Lucas. from Sue Hilliard.xxxx

Dear Kate and Family
Truly sorry the loss of Ivan. Bless you all at this difficult time.
Wonderful US family will be with you.
Hugs from cousin in Maine.

Kate, I'm so sad to hear about Ivan. I don't know what to say except please know that we are thinking about you and your family a lot. Love, Jesse and Julie

I met Ivan on his first week of work at Corbis, I was sent over to the UK to help with the change of leadership in sales. I remember going for lunch with him and having so much fun. I think I was asked to report my opinion :-). As Ivan was in Europe I didn't get to work with him so much but when our paths did cross it was always such a positive experience!  He was so full of life, gusto, and such a leader. I was always so pleased when he kept in touch on Facebook. Kendall and I are so sorry for your loss Kate, Lucas, Scarlett and Olivia.

Gutted ! He had convinced me he was bullet proof ! God i have been lucky to have shared great times for such along period of time.

Kate Lucas Olivia & Scarlett there are no words that make this any easier but your partner and your dad was the best man i ever met

our thoughts are with you

love

Anthony Jane & Charlotte

PS Andy here is my number 07760191924

Such sad sad news hearing of Ivan's passing.

I worked with him at Corbis & will always remember him for his sparkling personality and his encouragement.

Sending my sincere condolences to his family & friends.

It still seems surreal to me. That will never change.

To Ivan:
“I began to realize how important it was to be an enthusiast in life.... if you are interested in something, no matter what it is, go at it at full speed ahead. Embrace it with both arms, hug it, love it and above all become passionate about it. Lukewarm is no good. Hot is no good either. White hot and passionate is the only thing to be.” Roald Dahl.

This quote captures your personality so well, such an amazing friend, loving, generous, inspirational, bright, spontaneous, funny.

Thank you so much for sharing so many experiences (I’m still not sure why I let you take Andy and Marc on your mad off-piste runs by the way), great holidays, giving Andy some fashion tips and for all the laughs. Even when things were tough, you always had the energy to give us treasured memories, especially the precious days in Ibiza this summer.

To Kate, Livvy, Scarlett and Lucas: Ivan loved you so much and was ever so proud of you.

To all your family and friends: Thinking of you all in the difficult days ahead, I hope you will find memories of happier times comforting.

With all my love,
Mx

I knew Ivan at Sawbridgeworth Cricket Club for a few years in the late 90s & early 2000s & while we weren't particularly close, he was one of those people you won't forget once you've met them. I hadn't seen him for about 10 years & while I was aware of his health issues, I was affected more by the news than I expected.   When my dad passed away in December 2013, I posted a tribute to him on FB, and I got this private message which read:

"Richard - I was very sorry to hear the news of your father's passing. I was incredibly moved by the eulogy you posted on Facebook. It was very well written and really showed what gregarious man your father was. I'd say the apple hasn't fallen far from the tree. Stay strong, and cheer yourself by watching the cricket. All the best. Ivan"

It just shows what a gentleman he really was & the world is a much sadder place for his loss. He will be greatly missed by us all and has left this world way too soon.

Dear Kate, Olivia, Scarlett and Lucas

I am sorry it has taken time for me to leave this. I struggle for words! For indeed there are no words at a time like this. Just as words don't come close to describing the love and affection that was so obvious to see in your family. I didn't know Ivan well, but what I knew was that he was a loving father to my girls' little friend. A man who was quick to smile and laugh.
We have shed a tear for you, but it finished with a smile! For Kate you have known your Anam Cara and that is beautiful and oh so precious! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I can still see that warm smile and will do everytime I see your beautiful children, such a gift you have given the world.

Love Ciara and Nick

Dear Kate & family
I always looked forward to seeing that big wide smile as I came through to maintain the garden, however busy Ivan was he would always stop & wave, a true gent will miss him dearly..Mario x

It is with such a heavy heart that I write this. I feel so blessed to have had Ivan as such a force in a key moment(s) in my personal and professional development. He believed in me when even when my own belief in myself waivered. I will always be thankful for his push, his support, his wit, his realism, his servant leadership and his contagious, laughter. He will remain an inspiration for me and all of us.

So sorry to hear this news, thoughts are with you Kate and the family. Ivan is the very reason I joined Corbis and I learnt many valuable life lessons from him during our time working together. Oh as well as having a right good laugh along the way. His magnetic personality and charm are what make him so memorable. He will be sorely missed. Here's to you Ivan Purdie...

Such incredibly sad news.. It's been years since I last saw Ivan and worked with him but my abiding memory is that of a man with an infectious enthusiasm who was always smiling. A true people's person. Seeing all the many tributes pouring through, it is easy to see why he was appreciated and loved by so many.
My deepest condolences to his family for their heartbreaking loss.

Kate, Scarlett, Olivia and Lucas - I am so sorry for your loss and my heart and thoughts are with y'all. Only an exceptional spirit like his could have such a profound impact on so many people's lives, including my own.
Thank you, Ivan. I am a better person for having known you.

Gutted is not the word! Always kept an eye on you mate and you were the best off the best when it come to living the dream! My thoughts go to all your girls and Lucas and the world is going to miss you very much. RIP Ivan until next time my friend xxx

Kate,
I have just seen this tribute on FB, I am in utter shock, with the sad,sad loss of Ivan,,cannot believe it.
I would like to offer you and the family my heart felt condolences.

Sadly I did know Ivan for long, but he was the type of guy you felt you knew him all your life,,a lovely man.

I was at the Weald with Ivan and we were neighbours as children. He was a genuinely lovely guy who will be so badly missed, I am so sorry xx

You can always tell the qualities by which a man lived his life, through the friends he kept and family he leaves behind and with Ivan this speaks volumes. To Kate, Lucas, Scarlett & Olivia our hearts go out to you. Such unimaginable loss and far too young. It was a privalage to have had that one last, long lunch with you all this summer xx

Here's a strange one! I never had the privilege of meeting Ivan, but having heard so many wonderful things about him from his friends (Rob Cowley) that never stopped talking about him is an unbelievable gift and credit to Ivan. Thoughts are with his family, RIP Ivan.

We trail blazed golf in Spain and Ivan was there for us all to still enjoy, I started up my new business and Ivan was there for me, my wedding and Ivan was there for us, god father to Chloe only ever a phone call away. He even backed my stupid horse tips now and then, God I'm really glad we had a hug good bye that last trip. I'm going to miss you my brave mate. Bugsy x

I first met Ivan in early 2011. He was at creature. I had heard his name through the stock industry over the years and we had never met. I cheekily rang asking to meet him name dropping a mutual connection. He agreed to meet that week. The generosity of his time, the sharing of his knowledge and experience was priceless to me. I was truly grateful. I still think regularly of our initial meet some 4 years later. I was then fortunate to work with Ivan during his time at Fotolia and recently Boxever. His sense of humour was infectious and it was a pleasure knowing, and working with him.
RIP Ivan, you are a great man.
James

The world has lost one of the good ones. Always an amazing zest for life, and whenever we met for work or one of our lunches the room would light with that smile and that enthusiasm for life and its great adventure. A sad day indeed but i'm sure his legacy will live on. RIP big man and Pescatori will never be the same. until we meet again.

I only knew Ivan through Andy Hardie - but what an amazing guy. So down to earth and genuine. Spent time with him on the ski slopes of Meribel and at Andy's frequent get togethers. 
My son described him as "a legend". No-one I know fits this description better.
Rest in peace buddy. You will be missed by everyone whose lives you touched.

So sorry to hear such sad news. Ivan was one of the most charismatic and positive people that I have met. Condolences to all his family and friends.

So sorry to hear this sad news. Was at the Weald with Ivan (many years ago), remember him as always having a smile on his face. My thoughts and wishes to his family. xxxxxx

Ivan convinced me to join Corbis and move in a new direction. He was charming and charismatic and I’ve never seen someone hold the attention of a room the way he could. A giant of a man. He was always very supportive and a great personality to be around. I like many others owe an awful lot to Ivan. I hope he is at peace and my thoughts are with his family. Claire x

To Kate and Family,

I am here with my wife and kids in California and we are so heartbroken for your loss and are thinking about you and the kids right now. We are also sharing and celebrating the life Ivan lived and I am sharing my experience with the kids of who Ivan was, how we knew and worked with eachother and how he was such a beacon of energy, excitment, humor wrapped in such a great husband, father and friend.

Olivia, Scarlett & Lucas as you are old enough to read these notes and these memories that everyone is sharing about your Father from all over the world, I hope you can realize how many lives he touched for the good and that no matter what you face in life, know that he would love you and be so proud of you and is there with you.

The world will miss you Ivan and I know are are in a better place, without pain and fear and looking over us all.

Kate,
I was surprised to hear the news about Ivan and I am truly sorry for your loss. He was an exceptional leader with a warm smile. My heart goes out to you and your family.

I first met Ivan at an EMAP cricket match in 1988, and we ended up working together at three different companies over the '80s, '90s and '00s. That either meant he was constantly trying to get away from me or we were irresistibly drawn to each other. Now I'll never know! Ivan was a great work colleague and inspirational leader, but that's not what I'll remember him for. I'll remember him for a quite ridiculously bright and ready smile. For an irrepressibly positive outlook on life - I doubt Ivan had a half-empty glass in his life! For a warm, cheeky, risqué but never spiteful sense of humour. For always having time for friends, old and new. For a half-decent golf swing (annoyingly half-decent actually). For having a devilish glint in his eye as he watched Kate ride an mechanical rodeo bull in a Seattle bar. And most of all for having a boundless, bottomless love for Kate, Lucas, Scarlett, and Olivia. That's the true measure of the man. It was an honour to call him a friend.

Kate and family,
I'm so sorry to hear this news.I was at the Weald with Ivan and found him only recently on Facebook.I didn't tell him that I am currently going through treatment for breast cancer.I saw your recent holiday photos and thought how lovely and happy you all looked as a family.I hope those happy memories will give you strength in the coming weeks.Thinking of you all at this time.

You were a kind, beautiful person, who taught us all how to laugh and enjoy life. You were an inspirational boss and the funniest, smartest, warmest man I ever had the pleasure to know and work with. You will be so missed. I know you will be already making God laugh and heaven a far better place. Rest in peace pal.
Kate, Lucas, Scarlett and Olivia I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a very very special man X

Dear Kate, Lucas, Olivia, and Scarlett - I can't stop thinking about all of you and the sadness you must be feeling right now. I hope that you can all find comfort during this time as you celebrate Ivan's incredible life. I personally will remember him for his amazing smile and his ability to light up a room. He inspired so many people throughout his life and I feel honored to have known him. And, I was there for the beginning of the beautiful love story of Ivan and Kate! I was one of the only people who knew that they were dating and I loved knowing this secret before the rest Corbis found out. I am so happy you found each other, and it has been so exciting to see your blended family grow over the years. I also feel lucky that I had a chance to see all of you in NYC last summer. Although I wish I could have given each of you one last hug if I knew that was the last time I would get to see you, I am thankful that I had a chance to see your whole family together...and happy. I will keep that memory alive in order to get through my grief, and I can only hope that you can do the same - just think of all the wonderful memories you have together! Kate, I will reach out to you soon so we can catch up on the phone. Sending warm thoughts and love to each of you this week - I know Ivan is watching over. Much love, Karla

About 20 years ago I was in a room in Conway Street in London and a new boss had just joined the company. We'd already heard he was called Ivan. Funny name that we thought? Is he Russian? When he was introduced I can't actually remember what he said. I just remember how he said it. And how different he was. He made everyone laugh. He made everyone feel valued. And feel good. Instantly. And suddenly we all wanted to be part of whatever the hell this incredible natural leader was gonna be doing. And it was gonna be exhilarating and vital and fun.

It so was.

I can't believe he's gone. Ivan? Gone? He's just too larger than life, too big a personality to go. I can't believe he's not going to pick up the phone and say 'hello mate'. Or answer a text with 'On my jolly hollybobs. Call you when I'm back'.

He was the main man everywhere we worked. Go to. A hero. I'm the oldest of four lads and I'm so privileged to say that he was like a big brother. He would drive like a maniac and grin like one behind his shades - especially when a European speed camera went off. He would find ways to say things that had us in fits of giggles. I can honestly without any hesitation say that the funniest most jaw-aching eye-watering moments of my life were all his doing. I'm choking back tears and laughing now just thinking about it.

He would own a room. He would draw people to a cause. He would communicate a vision and everyone would naturally follow. He would field marshal like no one I've ever seen or ever will. He would look after his own and he was, for an avowed introvert, the best most extroverted and gregarious partner in crime anyone could have. He changed my life. He always looked out for those he cared about and we know that that was a massive global group of people who are the better for knowing him. He sought the best ideas out and was brilliant at turning it into action. Ivan was the living breathing epitome of 'where there's a will there's a way'.

True and real, he was the biggest-hearted most beautifully brave fella on the planet. I wish he was still here. I wish he would reappear online and take the mickey out of us. I wish he would come back so I could tell him I loved him. I will miss him enormously.

Kate, Olivia,Scarlet & Lucas, a huge loss of a truly great man and friend, treasured memories of all the fun times together.

Ivan RIP my dear friend, as life goes on you will not be forgotten.xx

I spent time in the office on the ski hill and in the bar with Ivan. He always brought the laughter. I'm glad to have shared those times with Ivan. My condolences to his loved ones.

My sincerest condolences to Ivan's family. Ivan & I worked together in Corbis. He was a very tenacious person and I admired his ability to stick to his guns when he strongly believed in what he wanted. I can't believe that he is gone. I do sincerely hope that he is in a better, pain free place.

I am missing you so much already baby. You were such a bright and shining star. The world is a darker place without you, but I know this page will be alight with candles in a matter of minutes and that light will help guide us through. I hope the golf is good up there and that you are strutting around the course pain free once again. I love you. I love you. I love you. xxxxxxx

To lovely Kate, Lucas, Scarlett and Olivia, I am so desperately sorry to hear the news. Ivan was a funny, generous man and always made me feel welcome. Our thoughts are with you all. Much love, Emma and Greg xxx